A car represents a significant investment for most people. You can get the most out of the money you spend and possibly ask a higher price when you go to sell it by regularly washing your car. As one of the easiest and least expensive maintenance tasks, a weekly wash will remove dust, pollution, road grime, bird mess and pollen, all substances that can damage its protective finish.
Depending on the time of year and where you live, you may be able to get away with only washing your car once or twice a month. If you live near the ocean, drive on wintry roads that are salted or sanded, live near a source of pollution or park underneath trees, you'll want to wash your car weekly.
Each time you wash your car, carefully inspect it for any chips or scratches in the finish. You can purchase a pot of touch-up paint and use it to fill any imperfections, thereby maintaining your car's beauty and inhibiting corrosion.
